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How do You Steer a Hot Air Balloon, Where Will we Land?
The most common question asked of a Balloon Pilot is: How do you steer a hot air balloon and where are we going to land?…
Read MoreTethered Hot Air Balloon Overview
A tethered hot air balloon is a memorable addition to any event, but it requires careful planning and execution. This blog post breaks down the…
Read MoreSoar Above Winter Wonderland: The Magical Winthrop Balloon Roundup!
Picture this: crisp, frosty air, snow-capped mountains glistening in the morning light, and a kaleidoscope of hot air balloons rising majestically into the sky. That’s…
Read MoreUp, Up, and Away: The Science and Art of Hot Air Ballooning
The Science Behind Why Hot Air Balloons Fly Hot air balloons, a marvel of simple yet ingenious design, rely on basic principles of physics to…
Read MoreHow do you become a FAA Certified Hot Air Balloon Pilot?
One of the most common questions we get asked is, “How do you become a Hot Air Balloon Pilot? What does it take?” Becoming a…
Read MoreSunrise vs. Sunset: Choosing Your Hot Air Balloon Adventure
There’s something undeniably enchanting about drifting in a hot air balloon, suspended between the earth and the sky, as the sun casts its first or…
Read MoreHave You Ever Flown in a Hot Air Balloon at Sunrise
Have you ever flown in a hot air balloon at sunrise? Riding in a hot air balloon might be on the top of your bucket…
Read MoreCovid 19 Update To Our Passengers – 2023
COVID-19 Update Our 2023 flying season is opening soon. Guidelines have loosened and that gives people a sense of confidence about doing more as a…
Read MoreWhen was the first hot-air balloon flight and how was ballooning invented?
In 1783, two brothers, Joseph-Michel and Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier, prosperous French paper manufacturers demonstrated their invention, the hot air balloon, before a crowd of the rich…
Read MorePlanning Ahead for Your Hot Air Balloon Ride
We want you to enjoy your time with us. Below are a few things we want you to know about. While the following items are…
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Hello everyone! I'm Captain Bob
I'm incredibly excited to share my 41st year of commercial ballooning with you today! Get ready for an unforgettable flight over beautiful Snohomish – truly a first-class location for a hot air balloon adventure. I love introducing people to the magic of ballooning, and I'm here to make this experience truly memorable for you.